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Solar photovoltaic and wind energy in February

European electricity markets in February reached their lowest prices since the first half of 2021. In February, prices in the main European electricity markets fell, most of them reaching the lowest levels since the first half of 2021. Photovoltaic energy reached the production record for a February month in Spain and Portugal, a milestone that … Continue reading Solar photovoltaic and wind energy in February

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AEE warns about the repeated situation of legal uncertainty that affects the development of wind power in Galicia

Galicia lives immersed in a situation of uncertainty and defenselessness, regarding wind development, as a consequence of the massive judicialization of projects that have the mandatory environmental impact declaration (DIA) and the corresponding construction permit. The Superior Court of Xustiza of Galicia has just announced the suspension of 13 new projects based on “prevalence, prevention … Continue reading AEE warns about the repeated situation of legal uncertainty that affects the development of wind power in Galicia

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Photovoltaic (PV) surpasses gas and already supplies almost 10% of the electricity in mainland Spain

Renewables generated 52.1%, up to 12,202 GWh of electricity, with wind power being the first source of generation in Spain for the fourth consecutive month with 24.6% of all electricity production for the month. For their part, technologies free of CO2 equivalent emissions accounted for 75.3% of this month’s mix. National electricity demand experienced an … Continue reading Photovoltaic (PV) surpasses gas and already supplies almost 10% of the electricity in mainland Spain

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SSE Renewables starts its first onshore wind farm in Spain

SSE Renewables, part of the SSE energy group, has started the construction of its first onshore wind farm in Spain, called ‘Jubera’, of about 64 megawatts (MW) and located in La Rioja.which is currently developing a 320 MW portfolio of projects in “advanced” phase of development in Spain as part of a secured 2.4 gigawatt … Continue reading SSE Renewables starts its first onshore wind farm in Spain

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China’s power generation up 8 pct in December 2023

A breakdown of the data revealed that the output of photovoltaic solar power soared 17.2 percent year on year, while that for thermal power rose 9.3 percent. The output of wind power and hydropower climbed 7.4 percent and 2.5 percent, respectively, on a yearly basis, while nuclear power generation fell 4.2 percent during the same … Continue reading China’s power generation up 8 pct in December 2023

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China promotes expansion of wind and photovoltaic capacity: IEA

China had a key role to play in the world’s rapid expansion of renewable power generation capacity last year, the International Energy Agency said.It more than doubled solar photovoltaic capacity last year, and wind power capacity rose by 66 per cent YoY. Almost half of China’s electricity generation will come from renewable sources by 2028, … Continue reading China promotes expansion of wind and photovoltaic capacity: IEA

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Nuclear energy remains far behind photovoltaics and wind in China

Once again, China’s nuclear program barely added any capacity, only 1.2 GW, while wind and solar between them added about 278 GW. Even with the capacity factor difference, the nuclear additions only mean about 7 TWh of new low carbon generation per year, while wind and solar between them will contributed about 427 TWh annually, … Continue reading Nuclear energy remains far behind photovoltaics and wind in China

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Renewable energy fails in Southern Europe in the last week of the year

The last week of the year 2023 registered the expected drop in demand due to the Christmas holiday period. Increased solar energy production in countries such as Germany and France contributed to price declines in the EPEX SPOT market. However, wind and solar energy production fell in Italy and the Iberian Peninsula, contributing to price … Continue reading Renewable energy fails in Southern Europe in the last week of the year

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Nordex receives orders for 553 MW of wind power from Sweden

Renewable Power Capital orders 80 wind turbines for four wind farms. At the end of 2023, the Nordex Group received orders for four wind farms in Sweden for a total of 553 MW from the renewable energy investment company, Renewable Power Capital, which operates throughout Europe. Orders also include a Premium Plus Service for the … Continue reading Nordex receives orders for 553 MW of wind power from Sweden

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Capital Energy buys the wind turbines for its Aragonese wind farms Las Mareas I and Las Mareas II from Nordex

The 18 wind turbines of the N163/5.X model, which will be supplied throughout the first half of 2025, will be able to produce clean energy to cover the consumption of about 115,000 homes and avoid the emission into the atmosphere of around 111,000 tons of CO2. every yearThe construction of Las Mareas I and II, … Continue reading Capital Energy buys the wind turbines for its Aragonese wind farms Las Mareas I and Las Mareas II from Nordex

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Suzlon secures 193.2 MW wind order from The KP Group in Gujarat

Supply 92 wind turbines of 2.1 MW nominal power each. Wind farm with a total installed capacity of 193.2 MW to be completed at Vagra and Vilayat in Bharuch district of Gujarat. This will be part of the Wind-Solar Hybrid and STU (State Transmission Utility) tariff project to increase the contribution of renewable energy in … Continue reading Suzlon secures 193.2 MW wind order from The KP Group in Gujarat

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EU Commission, Member States and Wind Industry sign the Wind Charter

December 19th in Brussels, the EU Commission, EU Member States, and the Wind Industry sign the Wind Charter. The Charter follows the EU`s Wind Power Action Plan that was published by the EU Commission in October. The Plan is a non-regulatory communication. Signing the Charter, the Member States commit to deliver on the goals of … Continue reading EU Commission, Member States and Wind Industry sign the Wind Charter

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EU Governments commit to take urgent actions outlined in the Wind Power Package

In October the European Commission published the Wind Power Package: 15 immediate actions to strengthen the competitiveness of Europe’s wind value chain. The European Commission and European Investment Bank are delivering on their bits of the package already. But the bulk of the actions fall to National Governments. So today the Energy Ministers of 26 … Continue reading EU Governments commit to take urgent actions outlined in the Wind Power Package

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Increase in the contribution of Spanish wind energy in the main indicators

The wind sector accounts for 0.50% of the GDP in Spain (0.49% previous year), generates more than 39,000 jobs (32,000 previous year, a 14% increase), exports more than 2,500 million euros and saves 6,492 million of euros in the import of fossil fuels. Thanks to wind power, the emission of 32 million tons of CO2 … Continue reading Increase in the contribution of Spanish wind energy in the main indicators

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Concentrated Solar Power, photovoltaic, and wind energy in the first week of December

In the first week of December, gas prices declined, approaching levels seen in early October, before the Hamas attack on Israel. CO2 futures also declined. On December 8, they registered the lowest settlement price since October 2022. Wind energy production increased in most major European electricity markets. In this context, and with electricity demand generally … Continue reading Concentrated Solar Power, photovoltaic, and wind energy in the first week of December

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Naturgy begins the construction of a new wind farm in Catalonia and plans to reach 250 renewable MW in the Community

The company will invest 40 million euros in this new wind installation, located in the province of Tarragona, which will generate energy equivalent to the consumption of 26,700 homes. Naturgy maintains its commitment to the development of renewable energies in Catalonia, after the incorporation of four new wind farms to its portfolio in the Community. … Continue reading Naturgy begins the construction of a new wind farm in Catalonia and plans to reach 250 renewable MW in the Community

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Wind energy sector launches Strategic Research and Innovation Agenda to boost Europe’s competitive edge

The European Technology & Innovation Platform on wind energy (ETIPWind) launched its new Strategic R&I Agenda for 2025-2027. It calls for €1.8bn of public investment in wind energy Research and Innovation to boost the development of a resilient, competitive and sustainable European wind supply chain.On 4 December leading wind industry Chief Technology Officers, wind energy … Continue reading Wind energy sector launches Strategic Research and Innovation Agenda to boost Europe’s competitive edge

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Vestas introduces revolutionary 15 MW offshore wind turbine

Danish wind turbine manufacturer Vestas has achieved a major milestone with the successful certification of its V236-15.0 MW offshore wind turbine. This innovative prototype was installed at the Østerild National Test Center in Denmark in December 2022 and exceeded expectations during its testing phase. With impressive capacities, the V236-15.0 MW turbine reached its nominal power … Continue reading Vestas introduces revolutionary 15 MW offshore wind turbine

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Vestas and DTEK sign MOU on Ukraine’s largest wind energy project

Vestas and DTEK today signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) at COP28 to collaborate on the construction of the second phase of the Tyligulska wind farm in the southern part of Ukraine. The agreement outlines the conditions and desire to build the 384 MW second phase of the Tyligulska wind project. The first phase of … Continue reading Vestas and DTEK sign MOU on Ukraine’s largest wind energy project

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Hungary’s potential for wind energy

Hungary’s wind energy capacity could triple in the coming years, offering the potential to generate significant benefits. However, there are also several challenges associated with wind energy that need to be addressed. While wind energy is a promising renewable energy source, it is more difficult to predict compared to solar energy. Additionally, power generated from … Continue reading Hungary’s potential for wind energy

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